Head of School of Allied Health Sciences (Leicester, GB, LE1 9BH)
Job Reference: 349
Job Title: Head of School of Allied Health Sciences
Job Location: Gateway House
Full-time/Part-time: Full-time
Employee Weekly Hours: 37.00
Salary: £82,109.00 - £86,266.00
Closing Date: 22/02/2026
Main duties and responsibilities
De Montfort University (DMU) are looking to appoint a Head of the School of Allied Health Sciences in the faculty of Health & Life Sciences. DMU is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering high-quality teaching and learning, and research and innovation with a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience.
Faculty
The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences (HLS) is a large and diverse faculty delivering innovative education and impactful research across health and social care. We are home to four specialist Schools: The School of Allied Health Sciences, the School of Applied Social Sciences, The Leicester School of Nursing and Midwifery, and the Leicester School of Pharmacy.
The School of Allied Health Sciences delivers professionally accredited programmes, benefits from strong placement partnerships, and supports students to develop the capabilities needed by today’s health and social care workforce. Many of our programmes hold professional/statutory body approval and offer practice-based learning opportunities with employers across the region, enabling students to develop the skills sought by graduate employers.
Role
We are seeking an experienced, strategic and inclusive academic leader to head the School of Allied Health Sciences. Reporting to the Pro Vice-Chancellor/Dean and serving as a key member of the Faculty’s senior leadership team, you will shape the direction of the School and build on its established teaching, research and professional strengths.
You will lead the development and delivery of the School’s strategic plans for education, research and enterprise, ensuring alignment with Faculty and University priorities. You will cultivate effective internal and external partnerships and oversee core operational functions, including student recruitment, engagement, access and participation, and graduate outcomes.
You will also oversee budget, resource and people management; ensure compliance with governance and regulatory requirements; and contribute to cross-Faculty initiatives that enhance performance and impact.
Ideal Candidate
You will bring substantial senior leadership experience within higher education or a relevant professional context, combined with an excellent understanding of the health and social care landscape and its regulatory requirements. You will hold a relevant PhD (or equivalent standing within the discipline) and have experience engaging with professional and statutory bodies. You will be motivated by collaboration, academic excellence and the opportunity to influence the development of the future health and wellbeing workforce.
We welcome applications from established Professors and from aspiring Professors seeking conferment of a Personal Chair. The salary for this post is £82,109–£86,266; for candidates meeting our Professorial criteria, the salary range is £76,240–£129,119 (appointment within range according to standing).
Contact
How to Apply: Applications should consist of a CV and a personal statement addressing the criteria set out in the person specification.
Please click here to access the recruitment pack, which includes the Job Description and Person Specification.
Interviews are anticipated to take place Wednesday 18 March.
For informal enquiries, please contact Ella Parker (Talent and Development Advisor) via email:
De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model positive behaviors both within the university and to reflect the diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from all potential candidates.
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